Broken: The Black Dahlia Murder — Bonus Episode: Series Wrap-Up + Q&A
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In this bonus episode, Esther and Lorena reflect on the Black Dahlia case and answer listener questions.
In this special bonus episode, Esther and producer Lorena answer listener questions and share their own reflections after a six-week deep dive into the life, death, and murder of Elizabeth Short. Topics include: • Who the real Elizabeth Short was versus the myth of “The Black Dahlia” • Whether her killer was someone she knew or a stranger • Whether the murderer had medical training • The possibility of solving the case today with DNA • Theories on whether more than one person was involved Esther and Lorena also discuss what surprised them most during the series, how their theories have evolved, and why this case still grips us nearly 80 years later. Subscribe and stay tuned for more deep-dive true crime investigations. 📚 Sources Severed: The True Story of the Black Dahlia Murder by John Gilmore The Black Dahlia: Murder, Monsters, and Madness in Midcentury Hollywood by William J. Mann (upcoming) 👉 Pre-order the book here: Black Dahlia: Murder, Monsters, and Madness in Midcentury Hollywood To explore more of William J. Mann’s fascinating work — including his previous bestsellers and a calendar of upcoming appearances — visit his author page on Simon & Schuster . Shop our OUAC…
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